IMMEDIATE CARE (DAY 0–1)
Initial Heal
In the first 24 to 48 hours, it is important to get a lot of rest, hydrate and eat lots of good food to give your body the best chance of healing your new tattoo.
It is recommended to not take part in strenuous exercise in the first four days.
Saniderm bandage
Leave the saniderm bandage on for up to 7 days. I recommend this for medium to large tattoos. This is because the skin has more healing to do than small tattoos.
Saniderm is ideal for healing a tattoo because it keeps blood and plasma in the bandage, this will help the skin to heal. And it keeps harmful bacteria and fibers out of the fresh wound.
Keep an eye on the tattoo over the 7 days while the bandage is on. If you are experiencing excessive pain or inflammation remove the bandage, clean the tattoo, and replace the bandage with the extra one provided.
Removing the bandage
In a warm to hot shower hold the bandaged tattoo under the water. The heat should make it easier to remove the bandage.
Pull the bandage away from the skin, do this slowly. Once the bandage is off do not try to scrub off any adhesive residue on your skin. The residue will fall off over the coming days.
Do not scrub off any scabbing or ink from the tattoo. It’s best to let these parts fall off in the coming days.
Moisturize
Apply a very thin layer of recommended aftercare ointment (petroleum based ointments are not recommended, ie: vaseline)
HEALING DAYS 1–14
Cleaning
After the bandage is removed keep the tattoo clean by washing it twice a day and wearing freshly laundered clothes and bed sheets.
If you notice irritation it might be from scented laundry detergent.
What’s Normal
Redness, warmth (first few days)
Light scabbing or flaking
Itching (do NOT scratch, slapping the tattoo can provide some relief)
Avoid:
submerging the tattoo in water
Strenuous exercise for the first 4 days, this will limit the amount of sweat collecting under your bandage and will allow your body to use energy for healing.
Exposing to sun rays
Excessive friction from clothes or anything in your environment
LONG‑TERM CARE
Good Habits
A great contributor to the healing and the ultimate quality of your tattoo is your lifestyle.
If you are in the habit of exercising, resting, moisturizing, hydrating and eating good food your tattoo will have the best chance and healing.
Sun Protection
Once healed, always use SPF 30+ on your tattoo.
Sun exposure is the #1 cause of fading.
Touch‑Ups
Minor touch‑ups may be recommended once healed (4 weeks)
One touchup is included in the original price, if needed.
Additional touchups can be discussed and may be subject to an additional charge.
Reach out if you have concerns.
Seek urgent care if you notice:
Increasing redness after day 3
Thick yellow/green discharge
Severe swelling or fever
Red streaking from the tattoo
Your health matters.